Renovation guides

Clear, practical answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners in Jerusalem and families renovating from abroad.

• Do You Need a Building Permit to Renovate in Jerusalem?

  What needs a permit, what is exempt, and how to check before any work starts.

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• Renovating a Jerusalem Apartment from Abroad: 7 Steps

  A clear, step-by-step way to run a renovation in Jerusalem while you live overseas.

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• Planning a Kosher Kitchen Renovation: 8 Decisions to Make Early

  Sinks, counters, ovens, Shabbat and Pesach: what to decide before the kitchen is built.

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